Principal Engineer, Cybersecurity

T-Mobile; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual stock grant

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k)

Money coaching

Job summary

T-Mobile is seeking a senior security leader to protect digital assets across IoT, software, and infrastructure. The role conducts device security assessments, code reviews, and vulnerability testing, collaborating with engineering teams and OEMs to implement robust security for mobile and IoT devices such as CPEs, hotspots, trackers, routers, and modems.

The candidate will mentor engineers, drive security initiatives, and define assessment methodologies while aligning with compliance standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or IT required.
• 7–10 years device security assessments/testing experience preferred.
• 3–5 years hands‑on with 4G/5G architecture incl. cloud and containerized apps.
• 3–5 years proficiency with listed security tools (Ghidra, IDA Pro, Burpsuite, Nmap, hashcat, OllyDbg).
• 7–10 years leading security initiatives and cross‑functional teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end device security assessments and penetration testing across IoT, CPEs, hubs, routers, and modems.
• Develop proactive device security measures and strategies to improve security posture.
• Collaborate with device engineering teams and OEMs to integrate security into hardware/software development.
• Conduct digital forensics on compromised devices and coordinate with threat response teams.
• Drive strategic security initiatives and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Define and evolve device security assessment methodology, requirements, standards, and tooling roadmap.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level security engineers on device security techniques.
• Handle other duties/projects as assigned by management.

Skills

AI Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Cybersecurity

Escalation Management

Security Automation

Security Engineering

Security Incident Management

Stakeholder Management

Threat Modeling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Advanced degree (preferred)

7–10 years device security/testing experience (preferred)

Tools

Ghidra

IDA Pro

Burp Suite

Nmap

Hashcat

OllyDbg

Job description

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Job Overview

This role is critical for protecting digital assets by ensuring robust cybersecurity across software, systems, and infrastructure. It involves conducting device security assessments, code reviews, and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks. The role collaborates with engineering teams and OEMs to implement security measures for mobile and IoT devices including CPEs, hotspots, trackers, routers and modems . Success is measured by the effectiveness of security controls and the reduction of vulnerabilities. The work enhances organizational resilience against cyber threats and safeguards critical business operations and customer data.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end device security assessments and penetration testing across IoT, CPEs, hotspots, trackers, routers, and modems to identify and mitigate risks
• Develops proactive device security measures, solutions, and strategies to enhance the security posture across various technologies
• Collaborates with device engineering teams and OEMs to integrate security practices into hardware and software development including deployment processes
• Conducts digital forensics on compromised or suspect devices to determine root cause, scope, attacker methodology and partners with threat response teams
• Drives strategic security initiatives to protect against cyber threats and ensure compliance with security standards
• Define and evolve T-Mobile's device security assessment methodology, requirements, standards, and tooling roadmap
• Mentor and upskill junior and mid-level security engineers on device security techniques and best practices
• Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree plus 7 years of related work experience OR Advanced degree with 5 years of related experience (Required)
• Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Information Technology. (Required)
• 3-5 years of demonstrated hands‑on experience conducting device security assessments and testing on IoT devices, routers, modems, or similar embedded platforms (Required)
• 3-5 years of proficiency in using security tools (Ghidra, IDA Pro, dotPeek, Burpsuite, Nmap, hashcat, OllyDbg, etc.) (Required)
• 3-5 years of hands‑on knowledge of 4G LTE and 5G architecture (RAN and Core) including cloud environments, and containerized applications
• 3-5 years of proficient experience in Python, C++, C#, PHP, and shell scripting, with experience building scalable systems and automating workflows and familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude) (Preferred)
• 7-10 years Conducting security assessments and vulnerability testing to identify and mitigate risks in digital environments (Preferred)
• 7-10 years Developing and implementing cybersecurity measures across various technologies including mobile and IoT devices, cloud services, and network technologies (Preferred)
• 7-10 years Leading and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security postures and strategic cybersecurity initiatives (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) (Required)
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and mentor teams in achieving robust cybersecurity defenses (Required)
• Collaboration: Strong capability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement security measures. (Required)
• Problem Solving: Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving complex security issues effectively. (Required)
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term security strategies that align with business objectives. (Required)
• Cybersecurity (Required)
• Escalation Management (Required)Security Automation (Required)
• Security Engineering (Required)
• Security Incident Management (Required)
• Stakeholder Management (Required)
• Threat Modeling (Required)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) An advanced-level certification for IT pros serious about careers in information security. Offered by (ISC)², CISSP is designed to prove expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a best-in-class cybersecurity program. (Preferred)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Offered by ISACA, this certification is for management-focused IT professionals who are tasked with managing, designing, overseeing, and assessing an enterprise’s information security. (Preferred)
• Certified in Risk & Informational Systems Control (CRISC) Also by ISACA, CRISC is designed for IT professionals, project managers, and others whose job it is to identify and manage risks to IT and the business. (Preferred)

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel:

Travel Required (Yes/No): No

DOT Regulated:

DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No

Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No

Compensation Range:

Bellevue, WA: $166,300 to $224,900

Frisco, TX: $147,700 to $199,900

Overland Park, KS: $139,200 to $188,400

Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $153,360 - $276,840National Base Pay Range: $127,800 - $230,700

The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.

The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, click here.

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don’t stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T‑Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.

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